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It is now officially the holiday season (not that retailers didn't get a head start on that about a month ago!) and as employees look forward to year
-end bonuses, some employers use smaller rewards earlier in the holiday season to get employees energized before the holiday break. Here are 3 key stats from Glassdoor's Employee Appreciation Survey:

Employee wellness programs are a growing trend with new Affordable Care Act rules going into effect. But according to a new 
2013 Aflac WorkForces Report employee wellness programs are not just a fad. Employees enrolled in wellness programs are more knowledgable about their benefits, express confidence in their employer, are more satisfied with their job and benefits, and are healthier. The report includes some staggering charts including the one below. The report sends one simple message loud and clear: employee wellness programs work when employees are properly engaged and incentivized.
If you want to read more about employee wellness benefits or the Aflac report, check out this article from Small Business Trends.

Gift cards have become a versatile and appreciated choice for holiday gifting in the workplace. They provide a hassle-free way to say thank you and can cater to diverse preferences. Here are five innovative ways to use gift cards in your workplace during the holidays, benefiting employees, customers, co-workers, and even your company's philanthropic efforts.

Employee appreciation is a great tool when used properly. When not used properly employee appreciation efforts can be ineffective and can cost an organization money with no ROI. Ensure your employee appreciation program works for you and your employees by following 3 easy steps.